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“If, after a rigid examination, it be found an imposition, it should be extensively published to the world as such; the evidences and arguments on which the imposture was detected, should be clearly and logically stated, that those who have been sincerely yet unfortunately deceived, may perceive the nature of the deception and be reclaimed, and that those who continue to publish the delusion, may be exposed and silenced.”

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Orson Pratt
Orson Pratt

Orson Pratt, born on September 19, 1811, and died on October 3, 1881, was an Apostle in the Mormon Church. He played a significant role in the church and contributed to its spread and development. more

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